"I have a son." It may come as quite a surprise indeed, but she has no reason to hide it from him. "I am not as lonely as you might imagine."

In fact, she would say she does not feel lonely at all, although there are times when she craves the company of other adults.

She arches an eyebrow. "But worry not. You have little to fear from me."

So long as he is not asking to pillow his head on any part of her that may remain true.